All-inclusive Private Guided 2-day Tour of Kars-Ani
Kars, Turkey
2 days 5.0 · 1 review RU, EN, KU, TR
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Tour route
6 stops
~206 km
2 days
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Overview
Enjoy an all-inclusive, private, guided tour to see the historical city of Kars and the surrounding sites, including the ruins of Ani.
Start Day 1 by exploring the Kars Citadel which dates back to the year 1153. Then, visit the Church of the 12 Apostles, a 10th century Armenian church, and a mosque that houses the tomb of Ebu'l Harakani. Sample famous local cuisine and learn about the rich history of the area at the Kars Museum. From there, you'll head to Fethiye Mosque, whose 19th century origins as a Russian church are still evident. Finish off your day with Kars War Museum, trying local cuisine and an exciting Caucus dance show (seasonal).
Day 2 begins with a morning trip to a nearby village for a fresh farm-to-table breakfast. While you're there, sample regional cheese and see how it's made at the village's cheese museum. Then travel to the Lake Cildir where a picturesque horse-drawn sleigh ride awaits. After lunch, the Armenian city of Ani will be waiting for you to explore.
Start Day 1 by exploring the Kars Citadel which dates back to the year 1153. Then, visit the Church of the 12 Apostles, a 10th century Armenian church, and a mosque that houses the tomb of Ebu'l Harakani. Sample famous local cuisine and learn about the rich history of the area at the Kars Museum. From there, you'll head to Fethiye Mosque, whose 19th century origins as a Russian church are still evident. Finish off your day with Kars War Museum, trying local cuisine and an exciting Caucus dance show (seasonal).
Day 2 begins with a morning trip to a nearby village for a fresh farm-to-table breakfast. While you're there, sample regional cheese and see how it's made at the village's cheese museum. Then travel to the Lake Cildir where a picturesque horse-drawn sleigh ride awaits. After lunch, the Armenian city of Ani will be waiting for you to explore.
Tour at a glance
Duration
2 days
Multi-day trip
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Tour type
Private tour
up to 15 travellers per booking
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Languages
RU, EN, KU, TR
live guide
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Pickup
Hotel pickup
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Operates
Every day
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Confirmation
Instant
e-ticket by e-mail
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Cancellation
See policy below
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Traveller ages
Adults 13–99
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Rating
5.0 / 5
1 verified reviews
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Ticket
Mobile ticket
show it on your phone
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What's included
- Entrance Fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Bottled water
- Breakfast
- Coffee and/or tea
- Private Transportation
Day by day
Day 1: City of Kars
Overnight at the historical Katarina Sarayı, a wonderful hotel built during the Russian occupation. - Kars Citadel See Kars Citadel that dates back to the year 1153. Its dark stones walls will grab your attention from a distance as they dominate the horizon.
- The Church of the 12 Apostles, a historical Armenian Church built in the mid 10th century. When the area came under Muslim control in 1064, the church was renamed as 'Kümbet Mosque'.
- Kars Museum Learn about the rich history of the area at the Kars Museum and then take a tea break amidst historical Russian architecture.
- Kars Fethiye Camii A Russian Orthodox Church which was built for the honor of Russian Prince Alexander Nevski in 1885. It was turned into a mosque in 1985 and was renamed as 'Fethiye Mosque'. This gorgeous architecture is worth seeing.
- Kafkas Cephesi Harp Tarihi Muzesi This is a special museum which reflects Ottoman-Russian war and Caucasian front in both written and oral ways.
Day 2: The surrounding regions of Kars
- Visit this special museum so that you can see the tools which were used for making cheese, learn about types of cheese (especially the most famous gruyere cheese), taste them and buy them if you like. Also enjoy an organic village breakfast here.
- Lake Cildir Lake Cildir has 30 centimeters of ice on it in winter. Enjoy the winter wonderland in a horse drawn sleigh ride over the frozen lake. After this unique experience, you can have a delicious meal that includes fish from the lake.
- Ani Ruins See the captivating ruined Armenian city of Ani that is also called The City of 1001 Churches. In its prime, Ani was one of the world’s largest cities, with an estimated population of 100,000. Today, the ruins of Ani are a Unesco World Heritage Site.
Meeting & pickup
Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.
Schedule
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Traveller reviews
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awever88
Mar 2022 · Tripadvisor
Great Adventures in Kars-Ani! I really enjoyed this tour, Ani was much larger than I expected. There are plenty of paths, buildings, and sections to tour. There were 10th century Armenian churches still standing and intriguing stories for all of the other ruins. I would suggest this tour to anyone who wants to see a city partially standing from ancient times. The history and view are both rich and fascinating.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 2 days.
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.
Can I cancel for free?
A custom cancellation policy applies; see the cancellation section on this page.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: RU, EN, KU, TR
On which days does it run?
It runs Every day.
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Instantly. Your e-ticket arrives by e-mail right after booking.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private experience for your group only.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
Product code 300986P4